The cheapest and fastest buses from Los Angeles, CA to Chico, CA
Cheapest price
$96
Average price
$97
Fastest journey
10 h 45 m
Average duration
10 h 52 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
707 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Chico, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Chico, CA will cost around $97 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $96.
Of the 3 buses that leave Los Angeles, CA for Chico, CA on Fri, May 08, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct buses cover the 707 km distance in an average of 10 h 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 45 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest buses will take 10 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
7:05 PM10h55Los Angeles, CA6:00 AMChico, CA$961One-way0 transfers
9:45 AM10h55Los Angeles, CA8:40 PMChico, CA$971One-way0 transfers
5:25 PM10h45Los Angeles, CA4:10 AMChico, CA$981One-way0 transfers
5:25 PM10h45Los Angeles, CA4:10 AMChico, CA$981One-way0 transfers
9:45 AM10h55Los Angeles, CA8:40 PMChico, CA$971One-way0 transfers
7:05 PM10h55Los Angeles, CA6:00 AMChico, CA$961One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Los Angeles, CA to Chico, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Los Angeles, CA to Chico, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $95. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $95, and a flight costs an average of $104.
Distance: 439 miles (707 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$105 Average price | $103 Average price Cheapest | $239 Average price | $98 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 0m Average total duration 10h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 43m Average total duration 13h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Los Angeles, CA to Chico, CA:
A train is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Los Angeles, CA to Chico, CA costing on average $105 (€84).
A train is $137 (€109) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Los Angeles, CA to Chico, CA costing on average $239 (€191).
Other travel options to Chico, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 30m.
Train takes on average 13h 13m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Live departures
Los Angeles, CA to Chico, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Los Angeles, CA to Chico, CA buses for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:25 PM Los Angeles, CA | 10h45 | 4:10 AM Chico, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 8 | |||||
![]() | 9:45 AM Los Angeles, CA | 10h55 | 8:40 PM Chico, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Los Angeles, CA to Chico, CA by train, bus, or flight
Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Los Angeles, CA to Chico, CA
Buses from Los Angeles, CA to Chico, CA run on average 10 times per day, taking around 10h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $74 (€59) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 439 miles (707 km) distance in 10h 45m.
Distance 439 miles (707 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $74 (€59) |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 10h 45m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 7 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from Los Angeles, CA to Chico, CAYou can travel by bus between Los Angeles, CA to Chico, CA with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $74 (€59). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Los Angeles, CA to Chico, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Los Angeles, CA to Chico, CA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Chico, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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